We are proud to be changing the lives of many dental patients by providing them new teeth in a day with dental implants. One of the first patients treated was Vera Durrant who came to us with a full upper denture and we have undertaken an immediate load Teeth in a Day upper fixed bridge. The transformation is remarkable – It is a great treatment for carefully prepared patients. Vera is the receptionist for a local referring dentist who is a part of our Study Club and she has written an account of her experience of treatment.

Teeth in a Day – Vera’s Experience of Treatment.

“For many years I had been on course for losing my upper teeth due to gum disease which seemed like a death sentence, especially as my job as a receptionist was frontline greeting of the general public.

In January of 2013 the inevitable happened and I had to lose them and resort to a full upper denture.

Although the denture was very good aesthetically my confidence was very low, to the extent I didn’t want my husband to see when they had to be removed to be cleaned and being very conscious when eating out.

I had thought about having an implant removable denture which resulted in me going to see Anthony Bendkowski , Oral Surgeon, at The Implant Experts for a consultation. This turned out to be the best thing I could have done. From the moment I arrived the staff made me feel so relaxed and more like an old friend than a patient.

The consultation itself was thorough, concise and in a pleasant and relaxed atmosphere. I was not rushed at all and was given plenty of time to ask questions or voice any concerns I had. Everything was explained in full detail including pictures and drawings, plus no false promises were made. I knew exactly what would be happening and what could happen should things not go to plan. At this consultation the all Teeth in a Day fixed restoration was suggested and explained in full detail.

This procedure meant I would have a full upper permanent restoration all in one day. The four implants would be placed and the restoration attached which meant I would leave with a fixed smile (not literally!). This certainly appealed to me and I couldn’t wait to get started. The thought of not having to remove the teeth was like a dream – no more embarrassing moments. This would be the first stage and after approximately 3 months the definitive restoration would be fitted after the implants had healed.

The whole procedure needed detailed planning and organisation between everyone that would be involved. I was kept informed at every stage which meant I felt I was in control of my own treatment. On the second consultation Anthony went over the procedure again and checked that I was still happy to go ahead which was so reassuring that I wasn’t being pressured into anything. The next step was the taking of impressions and measurements plus photographs. Again all of this was done in a relaxed yet professional atmosphere where at no time did I feel self conscious about my situation.

The next step was the day of the surgery. Of course I was apprehensive as anyone would be having surgery but I need not have worried. This first stage having the implants and the restoration placed was absolutely pain free and I would have no hesitation in having this done again. The results of the Teeth in a Day were amazing as all my family friends and colleagues will testify. The only way I can describe it is like having your own teeth back again.

I would like to say a big thank you to everyone involved for making this a real life changing experience and one I can smile about with confidence. I can honestly say it is the best decision I have ever made.

Regards
Vera”

Anthony Bendkowski (GDC No. 57249)

Anthony Bendkowski or ‘Ben’ to his team, is a specialist in oral surgery in practice limited to implant reconstructive surgery in London and the South East of England. He qualified from University College Hospital Dental School, London in 1982 and subsequently gained extensive experience in both hospital and practice-based oral surgery.

He has over twenty five years of experience in both the surgical and restorative management of implant cases. He has a keen interest in all aspects of dental education and has lectured on and run bone augmentation and implant training courses, as well as lecturing on business skills for successful implant practice for a number of years. He is a Past President of the Association of Dental Implantology (UK) and an examiner for the Edinburgh Diploma in Implant Dentistry as well as for Membership in Oral Surgery for the Royal College of Surgeons, England.